Which goal should guide the design of a worship service?

• A. The Preferences of the Congregation
• B. The Glory of God
• C. The Latest Trends
• D. Financial Success

Answer: (B)

The guiding aim in designing a worship service is to bring glory to God. When the service is shaped around God’s majesty, holiness, and redemptive work in Christ, every element—songs, prayers, preaching, and the rhythm of worship—points toward who God is and what He has done. This focus helps us exalt God, invite wholehearted response, and shape a worship life that reflects His character, rather than catering to personal tastes, chasing passing trends, or pursuing financial metrics. Centering on God’s glory keeps the service doctrinally faithful and spiritually formative, encouraging believers to worship in truth and to live in ways that honor Him beyond the gathering. In contrast, designing worship to please preferences, follow latest trends, or seek financial gain tends to shift the aim away from God and toward human-centered concerns, which undercuts the purpose of worship as an offering to God.